BEST FOR ADOLESCENT, OILY & MATURE SKIN

scars, stretch marks

INGREDIENT FEATURES

antiseptic

antispasmodic

calmative

cleansing

cooling

detoxifying

digestive stimulant

firming

lymphatic stimulant

nutritive

purifying

refreshing

sedative

smoothing

soothing

stomachic

tonic

uplifting

USER BENEFITS

balances oil production

calms the nervous system

helps clear blemished skin

enlivens

helps heal blemishes

lightens hyperpigmentation

lymphatic stimulant

minimizes stretch marks

neutralizes microbes

prevents stretch marks during pregnancy

promotes sleep

reduces puffiness

reduces scarring

relaxes cramping

relieves stress

settles digestion

soothes children

stimulates digestion

supports tissue regeneration

acne

congested skin

dry skin

dull skin

insomnia

lymph congestion

mature skin

nervous tension

oily skin

restlessness

scars

stretch marks

toner

wrinkles

fat reduction

digestive problems

active

fragrance

ABOUT THE PLANT

Citrus reticulata is the species name for two varieties of tree whose fruit peel is made into essential oil: the Common Mandarin, also known as Citrus nobilis and referred to as the “European type” of mandarin; and the tangerine. Both originated in southern China and the Far East. The Common Mandarin is now mainly produced in Italy, Spain, Algeria, Cyprus, Greece, the Middle East and Brazil; the Tangerine in Texas, Florida, California and Guinea.

Mandarin is a small evergreen tree that grows to 4 meters high with a single trunk and many thin drooping branches which may be either spined or spineless. The tree resembles other varieties of oranges with small glossy leaves and fragrant white blossoms, while the fruit is oblate rather than spherical and typically less sweet than that of other varieties such as Satsuma and Tangerine.

ABOUT THE OIL

Mandarin essential oil is a yellowy-orange mobile liquid with a blue-violet hint essential oil by cold expression from the outer peel. A Mandarin Petitgrain essential oil is also produced in small quantities by steam distillation from the leaves and twigs.

Mandarin and tangerine are very close in their genealogy, but their essential oils are remarkably different. Tangerine is sweet and tart, orange-like in this balance, with a distinctly tangerine note. Mandarin is mandarin is a beautiful, nurturing oil for spas, somewhat like aromatherapy candy plus some unique effects. The presence of the highly sedative anthranilic acid ester makes this oil the first choice for use with children suffering from anxiety, nervousness, or stress.

OF INTEREST

Mandarin oil was brought to Europe in 1805 and was carried to America soon thereafter. The name "mandarin" is said to come from the fact that it was a traditional gift amongst the Mandarin people of China. Japanese myths regarding the “fruit of the everlasting fragrant tree” are likely referring to mandarin.

It is mainly used in flavors where it gives interesting modifications to sweet and bitter orange oils, grapefruit oil, lime oil, and in flavor compositions for soft drinks, candy, etc.

( + )-Limonene

γ-Terpinene

α-Pinene

β-Pinene

β-Myrcene

ρ-Cymene

α-Thujene

Terpinolene

Beramottin

Bergapten

EASE | ADAPTABILITY | OPTIMISM

MAIN ELEMENT: WOOD

CHAKRA: HEART

The delicate aroma of mandarin breathes a message of happiness, especially to children and the child within each of us and helps us get in touch with that inner child. Called "the children's remedy" in France for its broad range of soothing effects, it is used much in the same way Roman Chamomile is suggested. Texts describe its use for both relieving stomach upset, and to soothe restless children.

calms

elevates

encourages:

upliftment

inspiration

integrity

tranquillity

promotes contentment

shifts negativity

soothes restlessness (especially in hyperactive children)

PERFUMERY

Mandarin oil can be made of yellow, green or red mandarin fruit. Red Mandarin is the sweetest of the three, with the Yellow following close behind. The green is sweet-tart, like citrus candy.

used sparingly in colognes

as a modifier for other citrus oils

in neroli bases

in fantasy “moss” notes

as a particular note for “special” effects

AROMA NOTES

TOPNOTE

MIDDLE-TOP NOTE

intensely sweet, fruity citrus top note

slightly herbaceous middle note

with a rich neroli-like, floral undertone

Blends well with: Basil, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Clove, Frankincense, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Nutmeg, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Roman Chamomile, Rose Otto, Sandalwood, Sweet Orange, Ylang Ylang

Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art by Kathi Keville and Miny Green

Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance with Essential Oils by Gabriel Mojay

Essential Oil Safety, Second edition by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young

Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin by Steffen Arctander

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Second Edition by Salvatore Battaglia

The Fragrant Heavens, the Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy and Herbalism